The best times to visit Brisbane for ideal weather are

April 2nd to November 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Brisbane Travel Info

Weather in Brisbane

Temperature

Average temperatures in Brisbane vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Brisbane, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid January where highs are regularly around 87.3°F (30.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.6°F (20.9°C) at night.

Brisbane Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Brisbane Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Brisbane Perceived Temperature (F)

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Brisbane Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Brisbane Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 85.9 77.4 70.3
Feb 85.4 76.4 69.5
Mar 83.8 74.6 67.1
Apr 80.3 70.1 62.1
May 75.5 64.7 56
Jun 70.7 60.7 52.2
Jul 70.4 59.2 49.4
Aug 73.6 61.6 50.5
Sep 77.6 66.3 55.7
Oct 80.2 69.8 60.2
Nov 82.8 73.9 65.6
Dec 84.4 75.8 68.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.9 25.2 21.3
Feb 29.7 24.7 20.8
Mar 28.8 23.7 19.5
Apr 26.8 21.2 16.7
May 24.2 18.2 13.3
Jun 21.5 15.9 11.2
Jul 21.3 15.1 9.7
Aug 23.1 16.4 10.3
Sep 25.3 19.1 13.2
Oct 26.8 21 15.7
Nov 28.2 23.3 18.7
Dec 29.1 24.3 20.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Brisbane are July, September, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early August. For example, on the week of July 30th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid November with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of November 12th.

When can you find snow in Brisbane? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Brisbane.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Brisbane (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 0 7.4
Feb 25% 0 6.4
Mar 24% 0 4.8
Apr 15% 0 3.2
May 16% 0 3.4
Jun 14% 0 2.5
Jul 8% 0 1
Aug 10% 0 1.8
Sep 10% 0 1.5
Oct 16% 0 3.1
Nov 23% 0 4.1
Dec 23% 0 5.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 18.8
Feb 25 0 16.3
Mar 24 0 12.2
Apr 15 0 8.1
May 16 0 8.6
Jun 14 0 6.4
Jul 8 0 2.5
Aug 10 0 4.6
Sep 10 0 3.8
Oct 16 0 7.9
Nov 23 0 10.4
Dec 23 0 13

 

Humidity and Wind

Brisbane has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is August (53.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (65.9%).

Wind in Brisbane is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and November. January’s average wind speed of around 4.5 knots (5.2 MPH or 8.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 8.5 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Brisbane.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.5 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.2 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.4 Light breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 5.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Jul 3.1 Barely noticeable 6 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Sep 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 64.8%
Feb 65.9%
Mar 65.9%
Apr 63.9%
May 62.7%
Jun 63.4%
Jul 57.3%
Aug 53.9%
Sep 56.4%
Oct 57%
Nov 61.1%
Dec 61.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Brisbane?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Australia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Brisbane, QL, Australia is May, followed by July and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Brisbane in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 76.2 in December means 76.2% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Brisbane Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 84.8°F (29.3°C) and 73.1°F (22.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 2 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Brisbane, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 75°F (23.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 7 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Brisbane to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.3°F (30.7°C) and 84.2°F (29°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 7 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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